Urs began his career in Europe . After successfully finishing his 3-year apprenticeship, he honed his skills by working in ritzy European spas and ski resorts in Switzerland . He got interested in the workings of advanced hair coloring by working with two major international color manufacturers. To this day young stylists and students who work at Strands are awed by his intuitive and comprehensive grasp of hair color.

Urs regularly attends international hair shows and seminars all over the world to keep up with new techniques, tools and products. Computer imaging, ammonia free hair color, bio ionic tools and products, light treatment concepts for the skin and the latest; thermo scissors, are just some of the things that he brought to Strands.

Attending advanced seminars on aromatherapy over the last 12 years and a personal invitation to a pharmaceutical and cosmetic laboratory in Toulouse France keep him interested and educated on natural and scientific developments in the hair and skin treatment field.

Born in Switzerland, Urs moved to Canada for a year, liked the lifestyle here and opened his salon in 1984. Never one to stand still, he challenges himself and everybody around him to explore, innovate and excel.

I have come full circle this year. As an European-trained dressmaker, industrial patternmaker, clothing designer and manager, my interest in making people feel good about themselves and the confidence in their appearance started early in my life. As Strands opened its doors, I started to take an even keener interest in skincare, beauty products and make-up. Many seminars and training hours later I launched my on makeup line, Erika Heitz. After working as a self-employed designer for a while, and also working in the salon as an assistant and salon coordinator, my knowledge in skincare and beauty was put to the test as I was asked to provide all skin treatment services at Strands on an occasional basis. I discovered that I enjoyed my new responsibilities very much and with the addition of a new, high quality makeup line I am now able to provide a beautiful, healthy look for men and women of all ages. Thanks to all you “arm twisters” – the pain of coming full circle was worth it.

Erika Heitz Beauty Therapist

Get Advice and tips from the expert Beauty Therapist Skin Care Make-up

Make a Reservation

If you have any questions about this form, please contact us for clarification.
To contact us, please email urs@strandsvancouver.com.

Please note: At Strands we respect personal information privacy and will not utilize personal information for purposes other than your appointment booking.

FIRST TIME CLIENTS ONLY

Please read our cancellation policy before booking.

In order for us to spend quality time with all our clients and doo to the fact that availability is limited, we require you to purchase a timeslot on our web store. Charge is applied towards your service at the time of your appointment. If you book online we will be contacting you to confirm your appointment and to secure your booking-fees-for-First-Time-Clients appointment time purchase. Please make sure you create a client profile on our web store so we are able to contact you regarding the appointment. If we receive less than 24 hours notice to cancel or change the appointment, a cancellation fee will be incurred in an amount equaling the time slot purchase. After you purchased your voucher please book your appointment enter order number

Groupon and Gift certificate clients Do not have to purchase a timeslot but the following rules apply
Enter the voucher or Gift certificate number for groupon clients please enter the voucher number below the barcode.
Vouchers and Gift certificates not re-booked or canceled within 24 hours may be forfeited.

Hairdressing

Hair CutStylingColoringPermSmoothing TreatmentOther

Preferred Stylist

Esthetics

WaxingPedicureFacialStylingSmoothing TreatmentOther

Preferred Beauty Consultant

Your Name *

Your Email Address

Your Phone Number

Preferred Date & Time (First Choice)

Preferred Date & Time (Second Choice)

Preferred Date & Time (Third Choice)

Special Questions or Comments

If you are a first time customer, please purchase a $50 voucher and enter the order number below. The $50 voucher will be credited towards your service bill.